2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
